Senior Transit Planner - Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

• Analyzing transit service and recommending service modifications or innovative options for improved mobility.
• Documenting policy and regulatory changes that may be warranted.
• Working with internal WRA counterparts to provide GIS-based data analysis and developing collateral materials that illustrate data in a user-friendly manner.
• Preparing proposals, developing work plans, and coordinating planning efforts to support project management.
• Meeting with internal and external stakeholders to build consensus and obtain project approvals.
• Leading and supporting studies and design efforts, drafting reports.
• Providing analysis on feasibility, cost effectiveness, and regulatory conformance of plans and special projects.
• Facilitating public meetings/public involvement efforts, documenting meetings, and presenting information to clients and their boards regarding the outcomes and recommendations.
• Identifying planning strategies and assessing scenarios.
• Providing planning expertise on bus service, corridor improvements, and BRT.

Whitman Requardt and Associates, LLP (WRA) is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Transit Planner to work with our team of planners and engineers to assist on bus, rail, and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on, technical BRT planning expert to support BRT, bus, and rail transit projects from concept to delivery. They will lead the development of transportation plans and technical reports, work with engineers and analytical staff on the development of model outputs and other supporting technical data. Additionally, they will provide input, technical guidance, and project management. They will build and maintain client relationships and professional networks around transit throughout the industry.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or equivalent certification.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Prior experience in consulting is preferred.
• Knowledge of and aptitude for computer software program, including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Internet applications.
• Knowledge of relevant BRT technology, transit signal priority, and its applications in the transit sector.
• Experience working with transit agencies or DOTs on transit-related planning studies such as bus prioritization or BRT initiatives.
• Capable of managing multiple, high-priority assignments.
• Experience with federal funding applications.
• Direct experience leading the delivery of complex urban bus service improvement programs with an emphasis on BRT corridors.
• Innovative, detail-oriented, and experienced in highly visible projects.
• Minimum of 10 years of advanced relevant BRT work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, or a related field.
• Ability to provide effective and efficient project management with a proven ability to meet established deadlines.
• Working independently as well as part of a multi-discipline team to advance project goals and objectives.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships at various levels and to resolve problems.

• Parental and maternity leave benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Healthcare benefits
• Flexible work schedule options
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive salary